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Finding the Right Employment Lawyer

Friday, May 6, 2011 by Amy Y. Karpf

Choosing the right Pennsylvania employment attorney can be one of the most important decisions a person makes during the course of an employee rights lawsuit. This can be a difficult decision for many workers who have limited or no contact with the judicial system and attorneys. If you are having trouble choosing an attorney to represent you, you should consider several factors that can help you make a choice.

Experience

Employment law is a unique area requiring special expertise. Even attorneys with extensive civil litigation experience may not have the knowledge necessary to effectively pursue an employee rights claim. Pennsylvania employment attorneys must be knowledgeable in several federal and state laws as well as the body of court decisions that interpret those laws. They must be familiar with local ordinances that provide further protection for workers.

In addition, they must have experience with the administrative processes of federal and state agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC). An employment law firm generally has the necessary knowledge and experience because its attorneys center their practices on employment law specifically, rather than general civil litigation.

Customer service

You need a law firm that has both the ability and desire to be responsive to your needs. This can be a delicate balancing act. A firm that is too small can simply lack the resources to effectively pursue a complex employee rights claim, while a firm that is too large may view you simply as one of many clients who contribute to its bottom line.

The right firm has a team of dynamic attorneys supported by a small but dedicated office staff. Such a firm has the resources necessary to handle your claim efficiently and effectively while keeping you informed and providing personalized service.

Contact us

Karpf & Karpf, P.C. are labor and employment lawyers in Pennsylvania. They also have an office in New Jersey and are available by phone at 215-639-0801 in Pennsylvania or 609-683-4022 in New Jersey.

Posted at 13:06 PM

Topic: Labor and Employment